1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Simca 1200S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 2002 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
